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Federal Register · December 11, 2025
The title they went with Schedules of Controlled Substances: Extension of Temporary Placement of MDMB-4en-PINACA in Schedule I of the Controlled Substances Act Noisy translates that to

A synthetic opioid will remain illegal for at least another year

What happened
The US Drug Enforcement Administration is extending the temporary ban on MDMB-4en-PINACA, a synthetic opioid. This means anyone who makes, sells, or possesses the substance will continue to face criminal penalties.
Why it matters
This order keeps a specific synthetic opioid illegal while the government decides on a permanent ban. It ensures that law enforcement can continue to prosecute those involved with the drug, preventing it from entering legal markets or being openly distributed. The temporary scheduling process allows the DEA to quickly control new dangerous substances without waiting for a full regulatory review.
The signal
Watch for the DEA's final decision on permanently scheduling MDMB-4en-PINACA, which will determine its long-term legal status.
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